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Autistic Woman Died From Drinking Excessive Water in Mental Health Facility As Carers Failed To Realise It Could Kill Her
The devastated mum of a young autistic woman who died after excessively drinking water says her daughter would still be alive if mental healthcare staff had not neglected her. Catherine…
Neglect in a Place of Safety: The Tragic Loss of Shannara ‘Jade’ Donnelly and Her Family’s Fight for Accountability
We were approached by the family of 22 year old Shannara ‘Jade’ Donnelly following her unexpected death whilst she was detained in a Place of Safety at Chase Farm Hospital…
Family of Mining Surveyor Who Died Of Asbestos-Related Cancer Launch Urgent Witness Appeal
The son of a former mining surveyor who died of mesothelioma has spoken of the anguish of discovering his father’s asbestos-related cancer diagnosis, just a month before he died. The…
Hodge Jones & Allen Solicitors Announces the Appointment of Vanessa Friend as Head of Family Law
HJA is pleased to announce the appointment of Vanessa Friend as the new Head of its Family Law department. Vanessa, a highly accomplished family law solicitor, brings over 15 years…
HJA Secures Conditional Discharge And Avoids a Banning Order for 16-Year-Old Ukrainian Refugee in Champion’s League Final Pitch Invasion Case
HJA acted for a 16-year old Ukrainian refugee who ran out onto the pitch at the start of the Champion’s League Final at Wembley Stadium on 1st June 2024. He…
Post Office Horizon System Offences Act 2024: Quashing Wrongful Convictions of Sub-Postmasters and Mistresses
On 24 May 2024 the Post Office (Horizon System) Offences Act passed into law. The Act quashed the convictions of hundreds of sub-postmasters and mistresses (SPMs). The Horizon IT Scandal…
Response to Government Consultation on Limitation in Abuse Cases by Hodge Jones and Allen
From 15 May to 10 July 2024, the previous Government ran a consultation on limitation in abuse cases. In particular, the consultation sought to consider the recommendations made by the…
Securing Safe And Suitable Housing: A Victory For Our Client Against Unsuitable Accommodation
Our client was living in unsuitable hotel accommodation with her three young children in London. She was living there for approximately two months. The property was highly unsuitable as it…
Hodge Jones & Allen Announces Exciting New Partnership with Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation for Disabled People
Hodge Jones & Allen is proud to announce its new partnership with Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation for Disabled People (QEF), marking a significant milestone in our commitment to supporting the disabled…